Rishabh Pant Dropped? Ishan Kishan Set for ODI Comeback vs NZ

• Rishabh Pant is reportedly set to be dropped from India’s ODI squad for the New Zealand series.
• Ishan Kishan is expected to replace Pant, potentially making an ODI comeback after two years.
• Kishan has shown exceptional form, topping SMAT 2025 run-getters and scoring a 33-ball century in Vijay Hazare Trophy.
• Shubman Gill, recovered from injury, will captain the Indian team against New Zealand.
• The three-match ODI series against New Zealand is scheduled from January 11 to 18.

Why It Matters: Rishabh Pant may be dropped from the ODI squad, with Ishan Kishan's stellar form earning him a recall.